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Arthur L. Newton
1883Jun, 24

Arthur L. Newton

Arthur L. Newton, American runner (d. 1956)
Arthur Lewis Newton (January 31, 1883 – July 19, 1950) was an American athlete who competed mainly in the distance events. He was born in Upton, Massachusetts and died in Worcester, Massachusetts.

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